I recently bought a house with a septic tank for the very first time. I thought I was prepared, but I really had no idea what I was getting into. Shortly after we moved in, the septic tank backed up. I had to call for emergency septic services to have it pumped and taken care of. That's when I learned that I had overlooked some of the signs that the tank needed to be emptied. I created this site to share my experience and the tips that I learned along the way. My goal is to help others avoid the same septic problems that I have dealt with.
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People who have always lived in a house with a septic tank may have very little unanswered questions about their septic system, but those who have found themselves in a home with septic for the first time will likely have a lot of questions. While questions will vary from person to person, here are some of the more common ones.
Do slow draining drains equal septic issues?
While drains that drain slowly can be an issue with the septic, it can also be caused by other issues. Clogs in the system or in the drains can also be the cause of the drains draining slower than they should. However, if it has been awhile since you last had your septic system serviced, then this can be the problem and you want to have someone come out to service the septic.
Can the septic be what's causing a foul odor in the house?
If you are experiencing a foul odor in the house that smells like sewage, then the chances are that it is past time to have your septic system drained. If you don't act fast once you begin having this smell in your home, then you may end up in a very bad position if your plumbing then starts to back up on you.
What types of cleaning products should be used with septic?
When you are on septic, you want to look for cleaning products that don't contain things like chlorine or ammonia. Also, they should be non-toxic and biodegradable. You can find plenty of products that meet these conditions, but that will still clean without causing harm to the bacteria in your septic system.
Can you use bleach in a home with septic?
It's never a good idea to pour bleach into your plumbing system to try to clear out clogs. However, this is an even worse idea when you have a home that has septic. The system has a balance of bacteria that needs to stay at healthy levels in order for the system to work properly. Allowing bleach into the septic system is a fast way for you to cause issues with the balance of the bacteria.
Conclusion
You should educate yourself and everyone else on the things that can cause problems with the septic system and make sure that you stay on top of the need for septic tank pumping. Be aware that a system that has more people using more water will need to be emptied more often, so adjust things as your household changes.
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